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A/N: Sorry about the wait. I've been working almost everyday since the end of July and I've barely had time to write. I sincerely hope you all enjoy.
Rei plucked at the ribbon that was bound around the package, fingers unsteady. Back Stabber rubbed against his side, purring. The package fell open and Rei was glad that nothing jumped out to bite him. Soft black pants and a shirt were on the top. He gently set them to the side, fingers brushing over something silky.
A red sleeveless robe made of silk was below the black clothing. Decorative black cloth fasteners ran its length from just above his stomach to the hollow of his neck. A note was under the robe, the red ink glittering on the black paper.
Rei
I'm having a dinner tomorrow. Rolf will be there to pick you up at five-thirty.
Kai
The neko-jin tossed the note on to the table and was about to drop the package wrapping when something fell out of it on to the floor. It was a small black velvet bag. Rei picked it up and loosened the drawstring and poured its contents out.
He bit back a yell of fury. It was a velvet collar with a small ruby phoenix hanging from it. The raven haired man got to his feet, anger thrumming through his veins. The apartment seemed to blur and all the color leeched out, leaving the world black and white.
Rei tugged at his hair, breathing ragged in the stillness of the apartment. He crossed to the sliding door and tugged it open, a chill racing through his body as the cold wind swept into the apartment. The rage slowly receded, leaving him feeling light headed. He sank to his knees, pupils narrow slits.
Without warning he passed out.
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Rei finished binding his hair and looked in the mirror. He shook his head. "Gods, I look like a freaking toy." He brushed his bangs back, almost expecting to see whore written on his forehead. The collar was lying on the dresser, phoenix twinkling in the low light of his room.
He glanced at the clock next to the collar. 5:55. With a sigh he picked the collar up and dropped it in a pocket. "I might as well go." He was almost to the door when the doorbell echoed throughout the penthouse. The neko-jin got his cloak out of the closet and wrapped it around himself, trying to ignore the chill he got every time he thought of Kai.
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Rei handed his cloak to the butler, ignoring the look the older man gave him. "Master Hiwatari is in the parlor. He's been waiting for you." The neko-jin rolled his eyes, a slight frown curling his lips. "Of course. I'd be worried if he wasn't."
Rei strode down the hallway, feet silent on the hardwood floor. The door to the parlor was half open, firelight glinting off the dark wood. Kai was standing with his back to the door, left hand playing with something around his neck. The raven haired man was about to knock on the door when Kai spoke. "I know you're there Rei."
Kai turned mahogany eyes warm. Rei took a step back, something about the Russian making him wary. He was wearing tight black leather pants that were crossed with straps. A tight black shirt covered by a loose long sleeved red shirt. Black combat boots completed to the look, adding to his height.
A tear shaped ruby dangled from a silver chain around his throat, a small yellow spot decorating the gem. A number of white gold bands encircled his fingers but they were nothing compared to the ring that encircled the ring finger on his right hand. It was made of several strands of silver twisted together and studded with a number of gemstones of different colors.
Kai smirked, still tugging at his necklace. "Come in Rei. I'm not going to bite." His smirk widened. "Yet." Rei hesitantly stepped into the room, feeling Kai's eyes sweep over him. The Russian's smirk faltered slightly when his eyes came to rest on Rei's neck. "Where's the collar?"
Rei stuck one hand in the pocket of his pants and drew it out. "Here, but I refuse to wear it." The Russian moved to stand in front of Rei, holding one hand out for the collar. Rei handed it to him, golden eyes slightly suspicious.
Kai pulled Rei closer, one hand cradling the back of his head, the other holding the collar. He leaned down and nibbled at the soft skin. Kai half expected the neko-jin to pull away or complain. He nearly jumped out of his skin when he felt Rei press closer, his arms wrapping around his waist.
The slate haired man trailed kisses over Rei's neck, tongue darting out to taste the honeydew flavored skin. A purr of satisfaction left the neko-jin and he arched his neck, wanting more. Kai pressed a kiss to the hollow of Rei's neck before fastening the collar around his throat.
"Perfect." The sound of the doorbell ruined the silence and Kai slowly drew back. He ran a gentle hand through Rei's hair, mahogany eyes filled with humor. "Try to be good." The Russian stalked out of the room, ignoring the growl from his companion.
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Rei idly swirled his wine, feeling extremely paranoid. It seemed like he couldn't go more then five minutes without one of Kai's guests looking at him. And then there were the odd number that found touching him even more interesting.
Something ghosted across the back of his robe and he whirled, fangs bared in a silent hiss. Groffman was standing behind him, a nearly empty glass held in one meaty hand. "Hello again Kitty." The neko-jin set his glass down.
"Groffman. What do you want?" The larger man moved forward, the scent of wine heavy in the air. "I was just wondering if you would be willing to escort me home. I'm afraid that I'm too drunk to drive."
Rei smirked, fangs glinting in the low light. "I'm not as stupid as you seem to think I am. I know it's a ploy to get me away from Kai." Groffman reached out with speed that belied his size. He slowly tightened his grip on the neko-jin's arm, ignoring the anger that blazed in golden eyes.
"You're nothing but a whore. I don't think you can say who or-" His sentence was cut off by a large gust of air as Rei drove his foot into the other man's stomach. He yanked his arm free, pupils slit. "I'm not a whore."
Rei strode from the room, ignoring the whispers that followed him out.